Instrument Technician

72 hour per fortnight, fixed term position as an Instrument Technician $36 per hour + 12% super + Salary Packaging Make a difference to people’s lives and join OHV We have an opening for an instrument technician to join our team for 72 hours per fortnight. The successful candidate will work rotating shifts and be rostered Monday to Friday, for a fixed term period until mid‑April 2026. At Oral Health Victoria (formerly Dental Health Services Victoria), we give our clinical staff the balance they need to achieve their ambitions in both home and work life. Our people are open and collaborative so we can work together to learn on the job and solve complex problems like nowhere else. Sounds like a place you want to be? The key responsibility of this role is to provide cleaning, disinfecting and sterilising instruments and equipment for the provision of dental treatment at the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne. You will be responsible for: Prioritisation of workload and completion of all CSSD daily activities to provide a high‑quality end product to our clients Ensure that the appropriate standard of practice and adherence to National & International Standards is maintained Ensure that instruments and equipment are properly maintained, and adequate stores are held Delivery of equipment to the appropriate work areas Collection or receipt of soiled equipment from work areas About you: Certificate III in Sterilisation Services or equivalent awarded by a registered training organisation approved by the AIC Knowledge of CSSD procedures, safety requirements and the principles of prevention of cross contamination Strong knowledge of Infection Control Standards AS 5369:2023, Reprocessing of reusable medical devices and other devices in health and non‑health related facilities & ACHS Requirements. Why work at OHV? It’s the people who make the difference at OHV Join a friendly and collaborative team in a supportive and dynamic setting. Salary Packaging : In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of a generous salary package that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay – and get more from your salary. You can use up to $9,010 per year of your pre‑tax income for a range of everyday items and expenses and up to a further $2,650 per year on Meal Entertainment. This means you could pay less tax and have more money to spend Competitive benefits: Discounted annual Myki ticket and affordable car parking are provided to help ease travel expenses. Mental wellbeing: Carlton boasts several green spaces, including the beautiful Carlton Gardens which provides a relaxing break from the office. Perfect for lunchtime strolls to recharge Public Transport. Carlton is well‑connected by public transport, including trams and buses, making commuting convenient. The proximity to the CBD also means you can easily access various transport options. Comprehensive support. We provide a committed Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS Health and a vibrant wellbeing hub to promote healthy habits and preventive care. Culinary Scene: Work at Carlton where it is renowned for its decadent food scene and charismatic culture. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a more leisurely meal after work, there are plenty of options nearby. Create a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. You will share the pride and satisfaction of putting a smile on every patient’s face. Applications close on Friday, 12th December 2025. To submit your application, please click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. We will be actively reviewing applicants so please do not hesitate in applying as we may fill these roles before the close date. We acknowledge that diversity increases our ability to transform and achieve better health outcomes. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in our recruitment process, please email OHV is committed to child safety and wellbeing and has zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. We provide an inclusive and welcoming environment where cultural safety for children is promoted and practiced. OHV is a public health service and requires employees to be vaccinated in accordance with policies published by the Department of Health and/or public health orders issued by the government. #J-18808-Ljbffr